§ Sir Richard Glynasked the Secretary of State for War whether, on discharge on completion of his engagement, a Regular soldier still receives a suitable outfit of civilian clothing or a cash grant in lieu.
§ Mr. RamsdenOn completion of a Regular engagement a discharged soldier at present has the option of receiving an outfit of civilian clothing or a cash grant of £8. For a considerable period most men have elected to take the money and it has, therefore, been decided to withdraw the option to draw the outfit and to issue a cash grant in all entitled cases. This change, which will also apply to the other two Services, will take place on 4th April, 1964, when the cash grant will be increased to £12.